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Dr. Cristina Alcaraz, MD

Pediatrician

Durham, NC

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Alcaraz, Pediatrician in Durham, NC?

    Dr. Cristina Alcaraz, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Durham, NC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Alcaraz is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alcaraz’s office at (952) 993-5000.

    What languages does Dr. Alcaraz speak?

    Dr. Alcaraz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Alcaraz typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Alcaraz diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Alcaraz. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Failure to Thrive in Newborns
    • Growth Disorder
    • Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
    • Infant growth failure
    • Poor weight gain in babies
    • Neonatal failure to thrive

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P926: Failure to thrive in newborn

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Alcaraz typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Cristina Alcaraz may include:

    Please contact Dr. Alcaraz's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Alcaraz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Alcaraz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (952) 993-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Alcaraz accept in Durham, NC?

    Dr. Alcaraz in Durham, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Independence Health Group

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    Where is Dr. Alcaraz's office located?

    Dr. Cristina Alcaraz's Primary Practice

    2609 N Duke St Ste 1000

    Durham, NC 27704

    (952) 993-5000

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    Dr. Cristina Alcaraz's Practice 2

    5315 Highgate Dr Ste 103

    Durham, NC 27713

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    What is Dr. Alcaraz's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Alcaraz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679920714.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alcaraz?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alcaraz

    What is Dr. Cristina Alcaraz's specialty?

    Dr. Alcaraz is a Pediatrician near Durham, NC.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Cristina Alcaraz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Alcaraz is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Cristina Alcaraz accepting new patients in Durham, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Cristina Alcaraz is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Cristina Alcaraz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Alcaraz's office at (952) 993-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Cristina Alcaraz?

    Please contact Dr. Alcaraz's office at (952) 993-5000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Alcaraz's office located?

    Dr. Alcaraz's office is located in Durham, NC.